Smith Station Freshman Center serves 463 students in grades 9.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smith Station Freshman Center's student population of 463 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9
Total Students
463 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Smith Station Freshman Center is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
19%
32%
White
66%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(16-17)<50%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Smith Station Freshman Center?
The graduation rate of Smith Station Freshman Center is 50%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Smith Station Freshman Center?
463 students attend Smith Station Freshman Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Smith Station Freshman Center students are White, 19% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smith Station Freshman Center?
Smith Station Freshman Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Smith Station Freshman Center offer ?
Smith Station Freshman Center offers enrollment in grades 9
What school district is Smith Station Freshman Center part of?
Smith Station Freshman Center is part of Lee County School District.
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